Conflict Resolution

Conflict Resolution
Conflict is something that can arise at any moment of the day whether it is at work or in personal life. Such situations must be handled and resolved in a correct manner because unresolved conflicts can cause an abundance of problems for fellow employees and employers. There are conflicts that should be addressed right when it occurs, but there are other inferences that should be left for a later time when tension is calm. Conflict resolution has to deal with two or more parties that have been having problems, where they have an intervention planned at alleviating or eliminating friction through conciliation. In my experiences, when there are positive leaders in an establishment, conflicts seem to get resolved faster and occur less often.
Storybook #1:
In the group’s opinion, there are different ways to handle a team member that is being vague with a situation. One way to deal with that particular team member is to pull them aside and say that, “I really appreciate the positivity, but if we are really striving to create a great product that the team can really stand behind, and one that will also attest to our particular importance, dedication, and value to the larger team/organizational picture, then we should try to be as pragmatic, honest, and realistic as possible in our assessments of the issues at hand.” Another way to deal with the team member is to attempt to be positive and understanding that the team member did not want to add tension or negativity to the group. Let the team know that you always available for resolution.
Encouragement is something that must be presented in a business so employees can feel comfortable in giving ideas on what can better operations. At times people are hesitant on voicing their thoughts because they might not know how serious they will be taken. There is a lot will…...

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